Connor Bernal, Brent Tsang, Chase York, Alex Robbs and Grant Preisler, Jr. honored as Islanders gear up to face Bellarmine Prep in state quarterfinals on Friday.
Bike to Work Day is May 18. Are you a bike commuter? Share your stories or words of encouragement here or by posting to our Facebook page.
The Lady Islanders will face Lakeside Prep in a consolation match to determine third and fourth place in the state finals at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19.
Good advice for last night's Dunham Scholarship finalists and winner MIHS senior Suzanne Gaber by MIHS 2003 grad Jessica Lind-Diamond.
Summer reading program connects teens with youngsters, helping them both learn in the process.
Fun activities and some sweet deals for the whole family this upcoming week, May 16 – May 23
A pair of Mercer Island High School Juniors recently competed in the Quick and Dirty boat building competition during the Seattle Maritime Festival.
The following information from May 10-13 was supplied by the Mercer Island Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
The annual event, held Saturday, broke records as it brought in $1.2 million, that will help Seattle Humane Society shelter local animals.
The Department of Health gives us advice on how to stay safe in the water.
Joan Probala says rising rental costs and high demand here could cost you more in the long run.
Singles and doubles finals featured Mercer Island athletes on both sides of the net.
Miriam Wenger-Landis' two ballet-themed novels are helping to create a new genre for an untapped market.
Mother's Day is here and offers an opportunity to show the women in your life how much you love them.
The social service agency will hold an anniversary gala May 19 in Bellevue.
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Here's a recap of some of the top stories from the past week on Mercer Island Patch.
Girls team advances to state lacrosse semifinals.
Three Mercer Island High students performed beyond expectation at recent conference in Salt Lake City.
Residents Weigh In On Planned Pictorial History
Grant is one of the adoptable pets at the Seattle Humane Society featured this week on Bellevue Patch. Check this column soon to meet another featured adoptable pet.
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Savannah is one of the adoptable pets at the Seattle Humane Society featured this week on Bellevue Patch. Check this column soon to meet another featured adoptable pet.
The following information from May 7-9 was supplied by the Mercer Island Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
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Team advances to state quarterfinals with win.
Wild caught Copper River King Salmon is highly anticipated by consumers, driving the price of the fish, in some cases, upwards of $50 per pound.
The following homes are holding open houses this Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13.
Snack giant giving away free bags of chips at participating QFC and Fred Meyer stores on Friday.
Five states and the District of Columbia offer a full gamut of rights to gay people, according to The Guardian.
Local author seeking photos for pictorial history book.
Graphic novels have become more than "just" comics and superhero stories. They can be factual, biographical or simply stunning works of art that tell a story.
The average residential customer will see a monthly increase of $3.30, according to a news release from the state's utilities and transportation commission.
Communities Recognized for Fighting Play Deficit by Implementing Pro-Play Policies
Eastside Transportation Association will appeal the March ruling by Kittitas County Superior Court that dismissed the its lawsuit to block Sound Transit from using Interstate 90 for light rail.
Finding time for summer fun, while getting a jump on next year by squeezing in some academic help
The group is appealing a March ruling by Kittitas County Superior Court that dismissed the ETA's suit.
The magazine evaluated 22,000 public high schools across America in its most recent ranking.
Governments have long taxed alcohol and tobacco to limit damage. Time for fat, sugar?
The following information from May 1-6 was supplied by the Mercer Island Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.